Explore the World of Materials in Art: A Learning Journey for Year 1 Students

Question 1

Can you use recycled materials to make paper-mâché? Explain how.

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use recycled paper and cardboard.

Answer

No, you can only use new paper.

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Yes, you can use recycled plastic and metal.

Question 2

When working with clay, what shaping methods can you use and how do they change the final result?

Accepted Answer

Rolling and pinching

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Cutting and carving

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Painting and glazing

Question 3

What is NOT true about paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

It's very strong and lasts forever.

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It's light and easy to use.

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You can make different shapes with it.

Question 4

What is paper-mâché made of?

Accepted Answer

Paper and glue

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Clay and water

Question 5

What is a three-dimensional artwork called?

Accepted Answer

Sculpture

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Painting

Question 6

Who is a famous sculptor?

Accepted Answer

Michelangelo

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 7

What is the difference between a sculpture and a model?

Accepted Answer

A sculpture is intended to be a finished artwork, while a model is used for planning purposes.

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A sculpture is made from more durable materials than a model.

Question 8

What is paper-mâché mostly made of?

Accepted Answer

Recycled paper and glue

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Paper and water

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Cardboard and paint

Question 9

What can you make with paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Bowls and sculptures

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Paintings and drawings

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Collages and mosaics

Question 10

Which of these is NOT a property of clay?

Accepted Answer

Waterproof

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Mouldable

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Strong

Question 11

Which of the following materials is best for making a small sculpture of an animal?

Accepted Answer

Clay

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Recycled plastic

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Paper-mâché

Question 12

How is clay made hard and strong?

Accepted Answer

It is fired in a kiln

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It is left to dry in the sun

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It is mixed with glue

Question 13

Which property describes clay?

Accepted Answer

Soft and pliable

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Hard and brittle

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Transparent and lightweight

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Absorbent and opaque

Question 14

How do you make paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Mix paper with water and glue.

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Cut and glue pieces of paper together.

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Mold wet paper into a shape.

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Dip paper into water and paint.

Question 15

Which tool do you use to cut paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Scissors

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Knife

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Saw

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Drill

Question 16

Which of these is NOT a consideration when choosing materials for a sculpture?

Accepted Answer

The artist's favorite color

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The size of the sculpture

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The purpose of the sculpture

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The cost of the materials

Question 17

Which material is the best choice for making a sculpture that will be strong and last a long time?

Accepted Answer

Clay

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Paper-mâché

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Cardboard

Question 18

Which material is best for making a detailed animal figure that you can shape and mold?

Accepted Answer

Clay

Answer

Paper-mâché

Answer

Recycled cardboard

Question 19

Which of these is NOT a way to make paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Weaving the newspaper into shapes

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Tearing the newspaper into pieces

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Folding the newspaper into different shapes

Question 20

What is a good thing about using clay for sculptures?

Accepted Answer

It is soft and easy to shape

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It is very strong and will last a long time

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It comes from nature

Question 21

What do we call it when we heat clay in a special oven to make it hard?

Accepted Answer

Firing

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Glazing

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Casting

Question 22

What is the name of the person who makes sculptures?

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Sculptor

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Painter

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Potter

Question 23

What is the first step in creating a sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Sketching

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Gathering materials

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Sculpting

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Painting

Question 24

Which of the following tools is used for cutting paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Scissors

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Knife

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Saw

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Hammer

Question 25

What is the best way to make clay pieces stick together?

Accepted Answer

Water

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Glue

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Tape

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Screws

Question 26

Which material is light and easy to cut with scissors?

Accepted Answer

Paper

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Wood

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Metal

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Stone

Question 27

How do we make a shape from a solid block of material?

Accepted Answer

Carving

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Molding

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Casting

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Assemblage

Question 28

Which of these is NOT a good choice for making a sculpture?

Accepted Answer

Food

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Clay

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Wood

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Metal

Question 29

Which material is most often used in 3D design?

Accepted Answer

Clay

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Paper-mâché

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Wood

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Plastic

Question 30

How do you join two pieces of clay together?

Accepted Answer

Press them together with water

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Glue them together

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Use a needle and thread

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Use a hammer and nails

Question 31

Which shape is not 3D?

Accepted Answer

Triangle

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Cube

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Sphere

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Pyramid

Question 32

How should you store clay to keep it moist?

Accepted Answer

In a sealed plastic bag

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In an open cardboard box

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In a bucket of water

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In a freezer

Question 33

Why do we paint paper-mâché sculptures after they dry?

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To add color

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To make them shiny

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To make them stronger

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To make them easier to bend

Question 34

We want to make a toy car that can roll and is strong. Which material would be the best choice?

Accepted Answer

Wood

Answer

Paper

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Glass

Question 35

Which material can you shape and paint to create a 3D figure?

Accepted Answer

Clay

Answer

Paper

Answer

Card

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String

Question 36

How do we make a round shape using paper-mâché?

Accepted Answer

Dip paper in glue and stick it around a balloon.

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Fold paper into a ball.

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Roll the paper to make a tube.

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Cut a circle from the paper.

Question 37

Which tool do we use to make clay smooth?

Accepted Answer

Sponge

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Brush

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Knife

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Fork

Question 38

Which of these bends the easiest?

Accepted Answer

Paper

Answer

Clay

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Cardboard

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Metal

Question 39

What is paper-mâché mostly made of?

Accepted Answer

Paper and glue

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Flour and water

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Sand and resin

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Clay and plaster

Question 40

Why is clay a good material for making sculptures?

Accepted Answer

It is soft and can be easily molded.

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It is cheap and easy to find.

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It does not get damaged by water or heat.

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It is very light and strong.

Question 41

What is the most important thing to think about when using old materials for art?

Accepted Answer

Making sure the materials are clean and safe to use.

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Wearing gloves and a mask

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Finding a place to work with good air flow

Question 42

When making paper-mâché sculptures, what do you do?

Accepted Answer

Put layers of paper onto a shape using glue

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Weave and knit paper together

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Carve and shape paper

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Pour paper into a mold

Question 43

Which material is best for making sculptures that can stay outside in the sun and rain?

Accepted Answer

Stone

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Clay

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Cardboard

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Paper-mâché